Sometimes nature glows in the dark
Learn the mysterious science behind bioluminescence.
Scott Beaver
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(368)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Did you know that some fish carry their own flashlight for living in the deep dark ocean? Did you know that sometimes the sea water can glow in the dark? Have you ever seen an insect that glows in the dark? These are examples of bioluminescence. Animals exhibiting this characteristic have special chemistry that allows them to glow in the dark. Why do they do this? Learn about how and where bioluminescence is used by nature. No background knowledge is required for this fun, single-session course. There will be no homework. Learner progress will be evaluated based on participation in the group discussion about this fascinating topic.
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Joined December, 2017
4.7
368reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I first learned about bioluminescence while kayaking (unexpectedly) on glowing sea water in northern California. I was fascinated to learn the chemistry and biology about this beautiful and mysterious natural phenomenon. This course shares my knowledge of some known sources of bioluminescence throughout the world.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
